Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes, Martha Stewart

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Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes: A flavorful and healthy side dish for any meal

Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes, Martha Stewart

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

75 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 lbs russet baking potatoes , peeled and quartered ( ~8 medium potatoes , YOU MUST USE BAKING POTATOES ! )
	1 cup water
	1/2 cup olive oil
	1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ( about 3 lemons )
	1 tablespoon dried oregano , preferably broken-leaf greek , plus more for garnish
	1 tablespoon kosher salt
	fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

306

Sugar

Fat

18g

Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes, Martha Stewart, are a delicious and flavorful way to enjoy roasted potatoes. These potatoes are roasted until crispy and golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside. They are flavored with a tangy and refreshing mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, and dried oregano, which gives them a distinctive Greek flavor. These potatoes are perfect as a side dish for any meal, from a casual weeknight dinner to a more formal holiday feast. They are easy to prepare and require only a few simple ingredients, making them a great addition to any home cook's recipe collection.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	Place the potatoes in a single layer in a roasting pan.
3.	Mix together the water, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
4.	Pour the mixture over the potatoes, making sure that each potato is coated evenly.
5.	Roast the potatoes for 60-75 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.
6.	Remove the potatoes from the oven, transfer them to a platter, and garnish them with additional dried oregano.

PROS

Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional roasted potatoes.

The potatoes are flavored with a tangy and refreshing lemon and olive oil mixture.

They are perfect as a side dish for any meal, from a casual weeknight dinner to a more formal holiday feast.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates due to the use of potatoes, which may not be suitable for those on low-carbohydrate diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in carbohydrates, potatoes are a good source of vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber.
They are also low in fat and calories, making them a healthy addition to any meal.
The use of olive oil in this recipe is also beneficial, as it contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidant compounds.
Lemon juice is high in vitamin C, which supports immune function and may reduce the risk of chronic disease.